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My fiance starter got into a fight at school they banned my fiance from the any school property in Roane County and then took a warrant for her arrest for disorderly conduct a week later
answered on Oct 25, 2019
Yes. You should consult with a local criminal defense attorney.
The car comes up missing is it theft on the person who left it
answered on Oct 23, 2019
Why did you leave the key in the car and leave it instead of calling the salesperson?
answered on Oct 22, 2019
§ 39-14-127. Deceptive business practices.
Universal Citation: TN Code § 39-14-127 (2016)
(a) A person commits an offense who, with intent to deceive, in the course of business:
(1) Uses or possesses for use a false weight or measure, or any other device for falsely... View More 
My mom has been in booking since 11:30pm 10/19/2019
The charges where in Florida I live in Tennessee now. I have disclosed it on my application but was wondering do I have to and how it shows on a background check ? The judge withheld adjudication I plead no contest if that’s the proper saying and the judge with held adjudication in the case
answered on Oct 19, 2019
What do you mean by "withheld adjudication"? Generally, only convictions and pleas (which are convictions) show up as convictions.
January. I ran across an newspaper article online that said he was indicted bu a grand jury for more charges then article was written in April it is now October and he had absolutely no idea nor would he if I had t ran across that article. What does he do
answered on Oct 10, 2019
You are going to have to get a ruling from the judge on the length of sentencing for VOP. He needs an attorney. He can't do it himself. If he cannot afford one, then he should ask for a public defender to be appointed or contact Legal Aid and see if he can get an attorney there.
She hit her dad only because she wanted him to stop grabing her arm amd she doesnt want anything to happen to her or get her daughter taken away
answered on Oct 10, 2019
I'm not certain that I understand the question. Why do you identify the person as "mother" if she hits her Dad? If someone files assault charges, and you are convicted, your child can be taken away. Usually, that type of action goes through the Department of Children's services.
Co-defense counsel stated that the co-defendant was the shooter during questioning of a key state witness during trial.
answered on Sep 9, 2019
I thought about you the other day. Allen has a billion point thing. I l'll try to talk to you later. I really wish that the Elton John thing could happen. Sincerely, Kent.
Possession is hemp I think they said it was 2.1oz .
answered on Sep 7, 2019
First of all, the Tennessee District Attorneys are very against marijuana usage, because it is a crime. If you are young, and it is your first time offence, then there may be the possibility that a good attorney could get you off of pre-trial diversion. If you could do that, then you would have a... View More
Turn the charge into a simple assault, release you with probation. But still give you another court date, what is the next court date for?
answered on Sep 3, 2019
If you were booked, then you had a right to be bonded out, unless you are on no bond. The 8th Amendment to the United States Constitution provides for bail. There are certain circumstances when you could be denied bail. Those generally involve violent crimes and the ability to leave the country.... View More
I worked for the State of Colorado for 27 years. I’ve never had any further legal issues or arrests. I now live in Tennessee. The arrest was in Colorado.
Thanks.
answered on Aug 8, 2019
I'm not sure if your criminal issue was in Colorado or Tennessee. I would contact an attorney in whichever state it occurred.
If you were not convicted, then I think you have a chance of getting it expunged. If you were convicted or entered into a plea, then you would need to talk... View More
mr. kent thomas jones ; nothing happened. she hangs out with them sometimes, one of the girls mothers are saying she's a pedo and that she's going to call the cops. nothing sexual, nothing in that nature, cause she knows she can and will be charged.
answered on Aug 4, 2019
There is no crime involved with adults associating with minors, so long as nothing criminal occurs like threats, abuse, sexual acts, etc.
a close friend she has who is, i believe is 15, his mom knows how old she is and everything..
answered on Aug 3, 2019
It is not a crime to be friends with minors. Did something else happen?
I only have 2 months left will I ha e to pull time for the whole 11/29 that I have already paid for or will I pull time on the 2 remaining months
answered on Aug 2, 2019
It really depends on a lot of things. First, I would look at the language of your probation contract. I have spoken to people who have to either do it over or face jail time for the first violation and other people that get something like 3 strikes before they start looking at something like... View More
I work for praxis in Savannah Tennessee I got hurt on the job with a chemical that got in my eye. I went to there doctor they really didn’t tell me what was going on other than you will b fine. I went to the Er and the doctor at the Er put me off for the rest of the week. I gave the company the... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2019
There seem to be a few options. First, I would look at the workers' compensation law angle. Generally speaking, pursuant to T.C.A. Section 50-6-204, you have thirty (30) days to turn in a workers' compensation injury to your employer. If the thirty (30) days have not passed, then turn... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2019
It really depends on a lot of factors. The facts of the case will dictate what the District Attorneys may ultimately offer. There are alternatives to jail time, such as probation and community service. Ultimately, the judge must approve everything.
Bonding out just gets you out of jail... View More
Also trying to get an order of protection dismissed.
answered on Jul 29, 2019
This actually happens quite often. You can tell the District Attorney that you made a mistake and will not be prosecuting as the victim/witness.
If you are not subpoenaed to court, you do not have to show. The District Attorney will ultimately make attempts to subpoena you.
If you... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2019
I don't understand your question. You don't indicate that there are any criminal charges. If someone merely dies from pneumonia, that, in and of itself, has nothing to do with the criminal law system, so how would you be guilty of tampering with evidence or spoilation of evidence?... View More
i was incarcerated january sentence march got out the end of may with all that credit missed my child’s birth
answered on Jul 13, 2019
Your question does not make sense. If you had more credit than the time sentenced, why would you not have been on probation?
I don't think there is a lot you can do about it now, though. I would talk to a local criminal defense attorney.
i paid my bail for both selling beer to a minor and misdemeanor of a firearm, but i couldn't get a lawyer in time for court. what will happen to me.
answered on Jul 8, 2019
You have a Constitutional right to a lawyer. Just tell the Judge that you need to get a lawyer or have one appointed for you.
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